set field readonly using dictionary attribute

marrik · ‎08-07-2025

I'm trying to make a field read-only using the dictionary attribute in ServiceNow

I set the attribute read_only=true for the field in the dictionary entry
still not working
I even tried deactivating existing UI Policies, but still the field is editable on the form.

Dr Atul G- LNG · ‎08-07-2025

Hi @marrik

Just make true here:

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marrik · ‎08-07-2025

my requirement is to set readonly through attributes not with readonly check box

AndersBGS · ‎08-07-2025

Hi @marrik

why through attributes but not the check Box?

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Viraj Hudlikar · ‎08-07-2025

@marrik

Why not just check the checkbox named Readonly which will make field non-editable.

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